San Rafael, CA rental market
Last updated September 25, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in San Rafael, CA is $2,895.
$2,895
-$105
-$305
155
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,000 to $19,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $900 | 1 |
| $1,000 | 1 |
| $1,200 | 2 |
| $1,300 | 1 |
| $1,500 | 2 |
| $1,600 | 2 |
| $1,700 | 3 |
| $1,800 | 4 |
| $1,900 | 5 |
| $2,000 | 4 |
| $2,100 | 8 |
| $2,200 | 8 |
| $2,300 | 14 |
| $2,400 | 8 |
| $2,500 | 8 |
| $2,600 | 6 |
| $2,700 | 3 |
| $2,800 | 14 |
| $2,900 | 6 |
| $3,000 | 4 |
| $3,100 | 6 |
| $3,200 | 7 |
| $3,300 | 6 |
| $3,400 | 6 |
| $3,500 | 2 |
| $3,600 | 3 |
| $3,700 | 3 |
| $3,800 | 2 |
| $3,900 | 1 |
| $4,100 | 1 |
| $4,200 | 1 |
| $4,500 | 1 |
| $4,600 | 1 |
| $4,900 | 3 |
| $5,000+ | 30 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $305 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,950 | $3,100 |
| Feb | $3,100 | $3,005 |
| Mar | $3,100 | $2,902 |
| Apr | $2,775 | $2,873 |
| May | $2,500 | $2,900 |
| Jun | $3,000 | $2,900 |
| Jul | $2,995 | $3,100 |
| Aug | $3,148 | $3,250 |
| Sep | $3,359 | $2,995 |
| Oct | $3,340 | No data |
| Nov | $3,300 | No data |
| Dec | $3,200 | No data |
Market temperature
The San Rafael, CA rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in San Rafael, CA is 41% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in San Rafael, CA?
The average rent in San Rafael, CA is $2,895.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in San Rafael, CA?
Houses in San Rafael, CA rent between $1,000 - $19,500 with an average rent of $2,895.
3. How has the rent in San Rafael, CA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in San Rafael, CA decreased by $305
4. How much has the rent in San Rafael, CA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in San Rafael, CA decreased by $105
5. How many available rentals are there in San Rafael, CA?
There are currently 155 rentals available in San Rafael, CA.
6. How do rent prices in San Rafael, CA compare with the national average?
The average rent in San Rafael, CA is $2,895 — 41.22% higher the national average of $2,050.